Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Flax Cracker Love!

Have I told ya'll how much I adore flax crackers? I don't think I have. If I was stranded on the proverbial deserted island with only one raw food, I'd choose flax crackers all day long. Now if I had a chance to choose cooked foods over raw on that deserted island, I'd probably opt for something else ... but pretend that's not an option.

Since I'm the proud owner of a new Excalibur dehydrator (thanks mama and daddy!), I can make all the flax crackers my little heart desires. That's what I did this weekend. I made these Flax Crackers from The Raw Revolution Diet:

They're made from golden flax seeds, ground brown flax, red bell pepper, zucchini, and lots of spices. The mixture is processed and thinly spread on a Teflex sheet. Then they're dehydrated for, like, ever. I think it took a full 24 hours to make these. But it was so worth the wait. And I made a crap ton so there's plenty for snackin'.

I served some crackers with this Sprouted Lentil Pate with Garlic and Herbs, also from The Raw Food Revolution:

This is a combo of sprouted lentils (which I sprouted in a jar for several days), basil, parsley, garlic, and some other stuff. Very tasty spread on the crackers! And of course, I served it all with a big ole' side salad.

Today marks the last week on my 26-day Adventure Cleanse Tune-Up. It's been fun, but I will certainly be glad when its over. I'm ready to get back to testing recipes for my cookbook, and I cannot wait for a sip of delicious coffee.

They look yummy! I'm on a cleanse (Gena's 10-day cleanse); it's only day three but I'm craving coffee and sweet treats big time. But I keep thinking that since you can do 26 days I'm sure can do 10 :) Thanks Bianca

I LOVE those crackers! I keep meaning to make them again, but I haven't yet... The pizza variation is delicious! Must try that pate. I always feel daunted when a recipe calls for something sprouted because I'm not that patient...

your raw flax crackers look most fantastical, Bianca! the sprouted lentil pate with garlic and herbs looks, and sounds, excellent as well. it's sounding like i need to pick up The Raw Revolution when i get some extra cash. w00t!